THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 6 November 2023

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12,000 Thai and International Runners Join Bangsaen 42 Chonburi Marathon

By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Chonburi — On Sunday, November 5th, the picturesque town of Bangsaen in Chonburi province, Thailand, came alive with the exhilarating energy of the ‘Bangsaen 42 Chonburi Marathon 2023.’

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311319-12000-thai-and-international-runners-join-bangsaen-42-chonburi-marathon/

 

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Buakaw Wins Bareknuckle Fight Against Saenchai in Pattaya
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — The dreams of Muay Thai fans around the globe came true last Saturday as the world witnessed a bare-knuckle fight between two Muay Thai legends: Buakaw Banchamek and Saenchai P.K. Saenchai.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311320-buakaw-wins-bareknuckle-fight-against-saenchai-in-pattaya/

 

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Jealous Husband Attacks Wife and Fatally Stabs Himself

 

In a shocking display of jealousy, a young Burmese man fatally wounded himself after assaulting his wife with scissors. The incident occurred on November 5, in Samrong Nua, Bangkok, where the couple resided.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311311-jealous-husband-attacks-wife-and-fatally-stabs-himself/

 

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Lifesaving Moment: Tourist Police Aid Individual Suffering Heatstroke
 

 

On November 4, a report came in that Police Captain Kwanphol Pengduen, alongside other tourist police patrol officers, were conducting routine checks at key tourist areas and surveillance points within their jurisdiction.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311309-lifesaving-moment-tourist-police-aid-individual-suffering-heatstroke/

 

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Foreigners involved in brawl at Samut Prakan temple during religious festival
 

On November 5, 2023, at 15:30, a violent clash involving foreigners erupted in front of Sothon Nimit Temple during the Kathin religious festival in Samut Prakan province.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311310-foreigners-involved-in-brawl-at-samut-prakan-temple-during-religious-festival/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Monday 6 November 2023

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311322-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-monday-6-november-2023/

 

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PP United Win Orchid Palm Homes Cup VIII

 

 

The eighth edition of the Orchid Palm Homes Cup took place at Midfield Soccer last Sunday. There were eight team competing in this Under 11 tournament and PP United emerged victorious for the second time.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311336-pp-united-win-orchid-palm-homes-cup-viii/

 

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Opinion: Reforming the police can be an easy win for Srettha
by Arun Saronchai

 

In recent years, Thailand has made significant strides in various sectors, showcasing economic growth, cultural richness, and technological advancement. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311338-opinion-reforming-the-police-can-be-an-easy-win-for-srettha/

 

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Road crash mystery: Woman’s fatal fall on Burapha Withi Expressway
by Kriti Sharma

 

Photo: KhaoSod

 

In the early hours of today, a baffling road crash incident unfolded on the Burapha Withi Expressway, which left authorities puzzled.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311341-road-crash-mystery-woman’s-fatal-fall-on-burapha-withi-expressway/

 

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Weather warning: Thailand braces for varied conditions in multiple regions
by Kriti Sharma

 

Photo: Unsplash

 

The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) issued a weather warning for Thailand today. Over the next 24 hours, various regions of the country will experience different weather conditions.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311342-weather-warning-thailand-braces-for-varied-conditions-in-multiple-regions/

 

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Navigating Thailand’s weather conditions: From mild winter to sweltering heat

by Kriti Sharma

 

Photo: Freepik

 

Associate Professor Dr Seree Suparathit, the Director of the Center for Climate Change and Disasters at Rangsit University and Vice President at the National Disaster Warning Council Foundation, recently shared insights on the upcoming weather conditions in Thailand. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311344-navigating-thailand’s-weather-conditions-from-mild-winter-to-sweltering-heat/

 

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Phuket blood shortage plea: Paradise in peril seeks tourists’ rescue
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: Phuket RBC

 

The tropical island paradise of Phuket, usually a favourite destination for tourists and expats alike, now urgently calls for their help.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311347-phuket-blood-shortage-plea-paradise-in-peril-seeks-tourists’-rescue/

 

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‘No alcohol’ for extended open hours, dual shooting incidents : Tim Newton Today - Nov 6 

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311348-‘no-alcohol’-for-extended-open-hours-dual-shooting-incidents-tim-newton-today-nov-6/

 

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Russian tourist’s iPhone odyssey: Close call on Phuket taxi
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: Phuket Tourist Police

 

A Russian tourist had a close call when he inadvertently left his iPhone in a taxi on his way to Phuket International Airport last Friday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311350-russian-tourist’s-iphone-odyssey-close-call-on-phuket-taxi/

 

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Samut Prakan has the world’s 9th worst air quality

 

 

Bangkok’s neighbouring province of Samut Prakan has been ranked having the world’s 9th worst air quality. The place has not enjoyed a single day of good air quality in 12 months, according to House Fresh, a publication focused on air quality.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311316-thai-ministry-proposes-clean-air-act-to-combat-rising-pollution-crisis/?do=findComment&comment=18478835

 

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Foreign hero’s good deed ends in Pattaya Beach brawl: Man injured trying to stop transwomen tiff
by Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via ThaiRath

 

A foreign man sustained severe injuries when he attempted to break up a fight among three Thai transwomen on Pattaya Beach.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311354-foreign-hero’s-good-deed-ends-in-pattaya-beach-brawl-man-injured-trying-to-stop-transwomen-tiff/

 

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Is organic farming the solution to Thai school lunch crisis?
By Thai PBS World’s General Desk

 

Image by Freepik

Two problems plaguing Thailand – unhealthy meals for schoolkids and farmers threatened by volatile food prices and climate change – have a simple win-win solution, say experts.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311358-is-organic-farming-the-solution-to-thai-school-lunch-crisis/

 

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Government urged to provide full support to Thai movie industry

 

The director of the Thai box-office hit “Sap Pa Rer” (The Undertaker) has urged Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and his government to support the Thai movie industry and not just watch the movie and take a group photo with his cabinet ministers.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311360-government-urged-to-provide-full-support-to-thai-movie-industry/

 

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PM Srettha Orders Pay Rise Study

 

 

BANGKOK, Nov 6 (TNA) – Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has instructed labor and related agencies to study the possibility of raising the minimum wage and salaries for civil servants.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311361-pm-srettha-orders-pay-rise-study/

 

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Sacked Move Forward MP claims he is a victim of internal party politics

 

 

Move Forward MP for Prachin Buri, Wuttiphong Thonglour, claimed today that he was a victim of internal politics, after he had tried to expose alleged corruption by an assistant to an executive committee member.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311371-sacked-move-forward-mp-claims-he-is-a-victim-of-internal-party-politics/

 

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New minimum wages to come into force by New Year

 

 

New minimum wages for Thailand will be announced in December, but the rates will be less than 400 baht per day, Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said Monday.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311372-new-minimum-wages-to-come-into-force-by-new-year/

 

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Thai Triathletes Set for Hong Kong Triathlon Showdown

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thirty-three Thai triathletes have successfully qualified for the upcoming Asia Triathlon Cup and Asia Triathlon Youth Championship in Hong Kong, scheduled for November 19.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311373-thai-triathletes-set-for-hong-kong-triathlon-showdown/

 

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Thailand Cracks Down on Illegal Employment in South Korea

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - The Ministry of Labor is intensifying efforts to tackle the issue of Thai nationals working illegally in South Korea, a situation that has led to a public backlash and calls to ban travel to Korea. The recent social media outcry saw hashtags criticizing Korean immigration surge in popularity.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311374-thailand-cracks-down-on-illegal-employment-in-south-korea/

 

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Thailand Combats Violence Against Women and Children

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - November has been designated as a month to focus on eradicating violence against children, women, and families in Thailand. Social Development and Human Security Minister Varawut Silpa-archa made clear the importance of ending all domestic violence, urging the public to report incidents to the ministry’s 24/7 hotline or Line account.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311375-thailand-combats-violence-against-women-and-children/

 

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Diversity Ambassadors: Thai Diplomat Opens Up About LGBTQ+ Experience

 

 

On the global stage, Thailand is often perceived as a bastion of transgender progressivism.

 

There are many visible examples of transgender women in Thai pop culture, including Thai film and television as well as the Miss Tiffany’s Universe and Miss International Queen transgender beauty pageants. In 2019, Tanwarin Sukkhapisit became the first openly transgender member of Parliament. Thailand is also a leading destination for sex reassignment surgery due to a number of reasons, which include the relative openness, tolerance, and inclusiveness that characterizes Thai society.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311377-diversity-ambassadors-thai-diplomat-opens-up-about-lgbtq-experience/

 

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Deputy Police Chief Flies to Assist 164 Thais Stranded in Myanmar

 

 

BANGKOK, Nov 6 (TNA) – Deputy national police chief Surachate “Big Joke” Hakparn on Monday left for Yangon to coordinate with Myanmar authorities in facilitating the repatriation of 164 Thai nationals.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311378-deputy-police-chief-flies-to-assist-164-thais-stranded-in-myanmar/

 

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Teens Warned about Safe Sex as HIV Infections Rise

 

 

BANGKOK, Nov 6 (TNA) – The Health Department is urging teenagers to be aware of safe sex practices and the prevention of both pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) as the prevalence of HIV infection among teenagers increases.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311379-teens-warned-about-safe-sex-as-hiv-infections-rise/

 

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Govt Slashes Visa Fees for Migrant Workers

 

 

BANGKOK, Nov 6 (TNA) – Thailand reduces visa application and extension fees for foreign workers from Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam to 500 baht, effective from Nov 11.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311380-govt-slashes-visa-fees-for-migrant-workers/

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Ayutthaya Proposed as New Logistics Hub Amid Rail Expansion

 

 

BANGKOK (NNT) - Thailand’s Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry, and Banking (JSCCIB) has proposed that Ayutthaya be developed into a new logistics hub to complement the region’s growing investment, particularly with the advancement of the Thai-Sino high-speed rail system.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311381-ayutthaya-proposed-as-new-logistics-hub-amid-rail-expansion/

 

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Mae Hong Son Launches Bua Tong Festival Amidst Sunflower Bloom

 

 

MAE HONG SON (NNT) - Mae Hong Son Province is gearing up for the grand opening of its tourist season with the Bua Tong sunflower fields on Doi Mae U Kho mountain set to become the centerpiece attraction. The natural event will be celebrated with the annual Bua Tong Festival starting on November 11, in the Khun Yuam district.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1311382-mae-hong-son-launches-bua-tong-festival-amidst-sunflower-bloom/